Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
120
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 31 | 34 | 30 | 25 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 29 | 31 | 31 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Raptors held off the Lakers 120-114. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.